By Alumona Ukwueze
NSUKKA —-The Federal Government has reaffirmed that education remains central to Nigeria’s national development, reiterating its commitment to strengthening teacher education through comprehensive reforms under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, stated this on Friday during the 34th Combined Convocation and Endowment Ceremony of the Federal College of Education (FCE), Eha-Amufu, Enugu State, for the award of Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE) and Degree Certificates.
Represented by the Director of Colleges of Education, Dr. (Mrs.) Uchenna Cecilia Uba, the Minister also applauded the leadership of the College’s outgoing Provost, Prof. Pauline Ngozi Ikwuegbu, for what he described as remarkable achievements in infrastructure development and academic advancement.
“I am overwhelmed by the level of infrastructural facilities provided by Prof. Pauline Ikwuegbu and her management team. While policy provides direction, effective institutional leadership translates policy into measurable results. The infrastructure here is outstanding and reflects significant progress in academic advancement and institutional development,” he said.
